1983 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 80 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
